Senior Petroleum Geologist

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical and pension benefits

State-of-the-art tools

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Petroleum Geologist for our client in Cape Town to lead geological modeling and hydrocarbon evaluation. You will integrate seismic, well log, and core data to build subsurface models and identify prospective assets across onshore and offshore settings.

The role requires 8+ years in petroleum exploration geology, expertise in Petrel/DecisionSpace, and strong reporting/presentation skills for effective stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in geology or geophysics required.
• Minimum 8 years of petroleum exploration geology experience.
• Proficiency in geological modelling software (Petrel, DecisionSpace).
• Strong knowledge of structural geology, stratigraphy, and sedimentology.
• Experience with seismic interpretation and data integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and interpret geological models of subsurface reservoirs and plays.
• Integrate seismic, well log, and core data to identify and evaluate hydrocarbon prospects.
• Perform basin analysis and play fairway mapping to guide exploration efforts.
• Collaborate with geophysicists and reservoir engineers in prospect risking and economic evaluation.
• Manage geological data and maintain the company's geological databases.
• Stay abreast of new geological concepts and technologies relevant to hydrocarbon exploration.

Skills

Geology

Geophysics

Seismic interpretation

Petroleum exploration

Data integration

Subsurface modeling

Report writing

Presentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Geology or Geophysics

PhD in Geology or Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

DecisionSpace

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Petroleum Geologist to join their exploration team in Cape Town . This role is crucial for identifying and evaluating prospective oil and gas assets. You will be responsible for integrating geological, geophysical, and engineering data to build subsurface models and assess hydrocarbon potential. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to key exploration initiatives in the diverse geological settings offshore and onshore associated with the Western Cape , working within a globally recognized company that fosters a culture of collaboration and scientific rigor.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and interpret geological models of subsurface reservoirs and plays.
• Integrate seismic, well log, and core data to identify and evaluate hydrocarbon prospects.
• Perform basin analysis and play fairway mapping to guide exploration efforts.
• Collaborate with geophysicists and reservoir engineers in prospect risking and economic evaluation.
• Manage geological data and maintain the company's geological databases.
• Stay abreast of new geological concepts and technologies relevant to hydrocarbon exploration.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology or Geophysics.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in petroleum exploration geology .
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (e.g., Petrel, DecisionSpace).
• Strong understanding of structural geology, stratigraphy, and sedimentology.
• Experience with seismic interpretation and data integration techniques.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills for the Cape Town office.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with generous bonus potential.
• Full medical and pension benefits package.
• Relocation assistance if applicable.
• Access to state-of-the-art exploration tools and technologies.
• Career growth opportunities within a leading oil and gas operator.